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Couple more questions... HAL's new tipping policy.
We like the "thank-yous" we get for the personal recognition we give
them in the form of a tip. We have always tipped along the ship's guidelines, and feel that now these automatic charges will be shared by unknown staff who have not necessarily personally served us, don't know who we are, and we have no way to tell how well they performed their duties. Our May Zuidy was our first cruise under this new tipping system, and we simply could not leave without giving a few extra dollars to those who made our cruise so enjoyable. Candy -- loves the personal service Tom & Linda wrote: I'm not sure I understand what you're talking about. If they're putting tips on your account, then why are you thinking you must still hand out cash? --Tom |
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Couple more questions... HAL's new tipping policy.
We like the "thank-yous" we get for the personal recognition we give
them in the form of a tip. We have always tipped along the ship's guidelines, and feel that now these automatic charges will be shared by unknown staff who have not necessarily personally served us, don't know who we are, and we have no way to tell how well they performed their duties. Our May Zuidy was our first cruise under this new tipping system, and we simply could not leave without giving a few extra dollars to those who made our cruise so enjoyable. Candy -- loves the personal service Tom & Linda wrote: I'm not sure I understand what you're talking about. If they're putting tips on your account, then why are you thinking you must still hand out cash? --Tom |
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Couple more questions... HAL's new tipping policy - Here's How It Worked For Us
Just got off the Maasdam 17 July (will post a review if I can find the
time). We found it incredibly convenient to not worry about cash and envelopes. And, for those who treated us exceptionally well, we handed them a little cash the last day. In fact, we would have tipped those who treated us well a bit more than the recommended anyway. So the combination of "automatic" tipping and our individual handouts probably amounted to what we would have tipped under the old system anyway. It was nice to not worry about envelopes and cash, and also nice to shake some hands while tipping a small extra amount. The new system worked for us - we found it convenient, and we were able to recognize those we wanted. Al wrote in message ... ..Perhaps I missed something, but.... The way I understand it.... If one prefers to tip individually, the crew member must put the money in a "common" pot if "HE" knows that the cruiser has had the 10 bucks per day removed from his account. ...However... The cruiser supposedly cannot have the added "tip??" charge removed from his account (if he so desires), until the last day of the cruise. ..So how would this work, as even now, everyone (who does tip), does so before receiving his final "disputable" bill ? ..So you end up tipping the dining room staff etc., as per usual. ...Then, they turn their tips in (Or hold them upfront) until they know for sure you haven't had the automatic charges removed on the morning of your departure ?? ...I think not; nobody's that honest. ..And what about room service? ...We always tip 2 or 3 bucks for the morning coffee delivery, or for a sandwich delivered at night. ...Does the crew man have to turn this money into a common pot too? ...Jon |
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Couple more questions... HAL's new tipping policy - Here's How It Worked For Us
Just got off the Maasdam 17 July (will post a review if I can find the
time). We found it incredibly convenient to not worry about cash and envelopes. And, for those who treated us exceptionally well, we handed them a little cash the last day. In fact, we would have tipped those who treated us well a bit more than the recommended anyway. So the combination of "automatic" tipping and our individual handouts probably amounted to what we would have tipped under the old system anyway. It was nice to not worry about envelopes and cash, and also nice to shake some hands while tipping a small extra amount. The new system worked for us - we found it convenient, and we were able to recognize those we wanted. Al wrote in message ... ..Perhaps I missed something, but.... The way I understand it.... If one prefers to tip individually, the crew member must put the money in a "common" pot if "HE" knows that the cruiser has had the 10 bucks per day removed from his account. ...However... The cruiser supposedly cannot have the added "tip??" charge removed from his account (if he so desires), until the last day of the cruise. ..So how would this work, as even now, everyone (who does tip), does so before receiving his final "disputable" bill ? ..So you end up tipping the dining room staff etc., as per usual. ...Then, they turn their tips in (Or hold them upfront) until they know for sure you haven't had the automatic charges removed on the morning of your departure ?? ...I think not; nobody's that honest. ..And what about room service? ...We always tip 2 or 3 bucks for the morning coffee delivery, or for a sandwich delivered at night. ...Does the crew man have to turn this money into a common pot too? ...Jon |
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Couple more questions... HAL's new tipping policy.
Tom.. It's like I mentioned before with hotel room service. Just about
every "classy" place now automatically adds the 15% gratuity right on to your room service bill. (It states that on the menu) ....This charge, then, is automatically added to your room bill. ....However, when the guy delivers your food, he still stands there expecting a "personal" tip for services rendered. I see the same thing happening on the HAL cruise ships. IE: Let's see, do I "double tip", or do I try to avoid eye contact with the room steward on the last day after not giving him anything extra. There are indeed tightwads, but nobody likes to be shafted out of their money by the use of guilt tactics. ...And that's what the cruise line will be banking on. Sure you'll be charged the 10 bucks per day, but ...."Ahemm"....Its up to you if you want to tip an additional amount. ...Jon |
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Couple more questions... HAL's new tipping policy.
Tom.. It's like I mentioned before with hotel room service. Just about
every "classy" place now automatically adds the 15% gratuity right on to your room service bill. (It states that on the menu) ....This charge, then, is automatically added to your room bill. ....However, when the guy delivers your food, he still stands there expecting a "personal" tip for services rendered. I see the same thing happening on the HAL cruise ships. IE: Let's see, do I "double tip", or do I try to avoid eye contact with the room steward on the last day after not giving him anything extra. There are indeed tightwads, but nobody likes to be shafted out of their money by the use of guilt tactics. ...And that's what the cruise line will be banking on. Sure you'll be charged the 10 bucks per day, but ...."Ahemm"....Its up to you if you want to tip an additional amount. ...Jon |
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Couple more questions... HAL's new tipping policy - Here's How...
Rest assured, Al, you're shelling out considerably more than you
think.... ...I see those TV ads: help the needy kids in 3rd. world countries, aren't the only ones who can utilize guilt tactics to the fullest. You're living proof of that. Just what HAL wants. You supplement the crew's wages, that they are required to pay, but they've twisted the method around so you actually feel good about it. ...Jon |
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Couple more questions... HAL's new tipping policy - Here's How...
Rest assured, Al, you're shelling out considerably more than you
think.... ...I see those TV ads: help the needy kids in 3rd. world countries, aren't the only ones who can utilize guilt tactics to the fullest. You're living proof of that. Just what HAL wants. You supplement the crew's wages, that they are required to pay, but they've twisted the method around so you actually feel good about it. ...Jon |
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Couple more questions... HAL's new tipping policy - Here's How...
Just what HAL wants.
HAL didn't really have anything to do with it. |
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Couple more questions... HAL's new tipping policy - Here's How...
Just what HAL wants.
HAL didn't really have anything to do with it. |
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